Joystick for control of a range of machine or vehicle functions has a universal joint that allows freedom of movement in two dimensions with number of sensors

摘要

The joystick unit has a plate (10) that is secured to a housing and the actuator stick passes through to a universal joint that is formed by two main components (6,7). This is retained in a bearing plate (8) and allows free movement in two dimensions. Sensors are used to detect various positions and allow independent control of machine functions.